112 Melancthon Avenue, Historic Lutherville.Hot House: Victorian Cottage with Carriage House. 6 Beds/5 Baths. 5,200 square feet. Asking price: $1.095 million.What: Melancthon Avenue is at the heart of Historic Lutherville, with so many of the original Victorian cottages and summerhouses along the tree-lined street. This late 19th century house has been updated and added to with so many 21st century conveniences, while retaining much of its original charm. It is an unusual “pebble-dash” house with Victorian details, with an addition that expands the footprint of the house.As you approach the house, you’ll notice the old stone steps, the covered porch with its haint blue ceiling, perfect for a summer evening, and the porte cochere, so you can unload the car under cover. When you enter the house, you’ll notice the original hardwood floors, high ceilings, the original staircase and the formal details which enhance the beauty of this house.On either side of the main hallway are the living room and dining room, each reflecting the formality of the Victorians, with the beautiful millwork, fireplaces, and understated elegance.The modernized kitchen with updated appliances, leads to a breakfast room and a sunny family room, overlooking the back of the property. It also has a back staircase leading to the second floor. The first floor is finished off with a more formal sitting room with a coffered ceiling, a fireplace and arched doors leading to the back deck.The second floor houses three bedrooms, including the primary suite, with an updated bathroom with a large soaking tub. One of the bedrooms has four built-in bunkbeds for those fun sleep-overs! `Additionally, there is a convenient laundry room. The top floor, with its angled roof-lines, has two matching bedrooms on either side of the staircase, and a lovely window seat overlooking the neighborhood.The carriage house can be used for any number of activities like a kids’ play area, or it could be a separate in-law dwelling. It has a full bath, extra storage and a separate bedroom on the second floor.Where: The house very convenient to all the activity along York Road, and just a few minutes into Towson, and all that it offers. As it is in the county, it has access to the excellent public schools in the area, and it’s not too far to drive to local private schools.Final Appraisal: The original Victorian houses in Historic Lutherville are always popular with buyers, and this one comes at a very good price. This part of Lutherville is a very active neighborhood, and you’ll love being part of it. The listing for the house is here.All photographs from the listing.